Business Corangamite

18/02/2026

Very excited that we have Alison Watkins AM speaking at this year's International Women's Day event. An amazing opportunity for our business community, we invite you all to come along. RSVP essential, visit Council's website and search 'IWD' to register.

17/02/2026

As part of the Economy and Prosperity team, I travelled to Port Campbell yesterday and worked from the visitor centre. It's Chinese New Year with plenty of tourists around covering lots of areas of the globe. I really enjoy popping into a Visitor Information Centre when I travel. Anyone else? Thanks Visit 12 Apostles for having me, I enjoyed the learnings (from the other side of the desk). Volcanic Lakes and Plains

17/02/2026

Nominations are open! Community members are encouraged to nominate a business also. We are launching tonight at the The Commercial Hotel for more information and to chat with Councillors and staff. RSVP here https://events.humanitix.com/2026-business-awards-launch

17/02/2026

AI is changing how we work, how we run businesses, and how we stay competitive.

💻 And Victoria isn’t just keeping up; we’re setting the lead.

The government’s new AI Mission Statement sets out how we’ll do it: responsibly, ethically, and with a focus on real benefits for businesses and workers.

🖱️ For business owners, this means new tools, smarter operations, and a skilled workforce ready to embrace AI.

15/02/2026

Fabulous opportunity for all to come along and hear from Alison Watkins AM.

Celebrate International Women’s Day with a special morning tea featuring keynote speaker Alison Watkins AM.

Join us on Wednesday 4 March at 10 am at the Killara Centre, Camperdown, for this free catered event. Registrations are essential at corangamite.vic.gov.au/IWD26

Alison Watkins is a trailblazing national leader and the owner of a cropping and cattle property near Camperdown.

She has led major ASX listed companies and contributed to some of Australia’s most significant institutions, bringing together corporate vision and strong regional insight.

Listen as she shares her journey and perspectives on leadership, community and opportunity.

15/02/2026

Join us on Wednesday evening, hear from last years winners, and celebrate the The Commercial Hotel renovations. Grab your tickets link below.

Join us on Wednesday to launch the 2026 Corangamite Business Awards.

We’re hosting a free after-work gathering at Camperdown’s Commercial Hotel from 5.30 pm to officially open the nomination process.

Enjoy a relaxing time connecting with local businesses, and learn what’s new for the 2026 Business Awards, how to nominate, and help shine a spotlight on the businesses driving our region forward.

Catering will be provided along with non-alcoholic drinks. Attendees may buy their own alcoholic beverages at their own cost.

Please RSVP for catering purposes at events.humanitix.com/2026-business-awards-launch

12/02/2026

Babche in Timboon received funding under the Business Assistance Scheme (BAS) - Facade Improvement for new signage and painting. We think it looks fabulous! Find out more about the BAS and contact the team today.

11/02/2026

Starting a business is exciting… and also a tiny bit overwhelming.

The Australian Government’s Self-Employment Assistance program provides eligible entrepreneurs with free support to make it all feel doable.

You can access:

✅ One-on-one business advice
🎯 Coaching to help you grow or improve
📚 Workshops and training
📝 Business plan support
💵 Income support (if eligible)
🚀 Help whether you’re starting fresh or levelling up

Find out more: https://www.dewr.gov.au/self-employment-assistance

10/02/2026

It's beginning again!!! Come along next Wednesday for an after-work catch up.

Join us at the 2026 Corangamite Business Awards launch!

Hear what's new for 2026, learn how to nominate, and listen to insights from 2025 Business Award winners. You’ll also get an update on the venue’s recent upgrades and future plans.

It’s at the Commercial Hotel, Camperdown, on Wednesday 18 February, from 5.30 pm to 7 pm.

Free event. RSVPs essential at events.humanitix.com/2026-business-awards-launch

06/02/2026

We are excited to launch the 2026 Corangamite Business Awards! Join us at the newly renovated Commercial Hotel, Camperdown, Wednesday 18 February 2026 from 5.30pm to 7pm. RSVP for catering purposes. https://events.humanitix.com/2026-business-awards-launch

05/02/2026

Workshop next week and we have a few places still available. Come along to enhance and learn more about AI.

Discover how AI can save time and streamline your business.

From content creation to editing, data analysis and video, this practical workshop will show how AI tools can support everyday business tasks.

📅 Wednesday 11 February | 10 am – 12 pm | Killara Centre, Camperdown

Book now: events.humanitix.com/ai-for-business-cq4e46w3

05/02/2026

Free online webinar if you are wanting to start a new business.

Got a business idea but no clue where to start?

Perfect.

Come to our FREE evening webinar and we’ll walk you through the first steps.

Learn the basics of setting up your business, from registrations to creating an action plan.

📆 Monday 9 February
🕰️ 6 pm to 9 PM
🤳 Book your spot now: https://go.vic.gov.au/4qXXs5C